Anthony Hill, Jr., Michael Taaffe, and David Gbenda led the charge defensively, with Gbenda turning in one of his best performances during his time on the Forty Acres, with six tackles and 1.5 tackles for loss.

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But Taaffe will have to fight just as hard to get the No.1 jersey at Canterbury.

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Taaffe, who is stuck behind superstar at the Rabbitohs, could be a fullback or No.14 and his attacking prowess is something the Bulldogs could certainly use.

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The Horns got just what they needed out of halftime as Kansas State took the shot downfield, but the catch was bobbled and Michael Taaffe wound up with the turnover.

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